Unite boss Len McCluskey warns union will ‘no doubt’ review financial support for Labour

Unite boss Len McCluskey warns union will ‘no doubt’ review financial support for Labour after Keir Starmer agreed pay-outs for anti-Semitism whistleblowers Unite chief Len McCluskey said will ‘no doubt’ review his organisation’s support Also warned Sir Keir over the direction of the Labour party during an interview  Labour paid ‘substantial damages’ to whistleblowers who … Read more

UK’s financial centre deserted as workers stay at home

The Royal Exchange in London – home to exclusive shops such as Tiffany, Fortnum & Mason, and Boodles – is at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant financial centres.  But yesterday the landmark, founded in 1566 to act as a centre of commerce for the City of London, was empty despite the … Read more

Margot James joins board of Provident Financial

Former government minister Margot James joins board of doorstep lender Provident Financial By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:59 BST, 27 July 2020 | Updated: 22:20 BST, 27 July 2020 Former government minister and millionaire business woman Margot James has joined the board of doorstep lender Provident Financial.  The 62-year-old, who served as … Read more

Two men are stabbed in London’s financial district as post-lockdown violence explodes in capital

Another two men were stabbed in London last night as violence explodes in the capital with the total number of murders in the past two weeks now up to 10.  The City of London Police said the stabbings took place at Broadgate Circle in London’s main financial district at about 11pm.  Their injuries are not life-threatening … Read more

NS&I now aims for £35bn of savers’ cash this financial year

We want your cash! The Government turns to Britain’s army of savers with NS&I now looking to rake in £35bn this year as it ups target by 500% in wake of coronavirus Treasury-backed bank raises financing target from £6bn to £35bn  It comes as NS&I now has a number of best buy savings deals  Rates … Read more

Expert reveals the four different financial personalities – and how to sort your finances out

A financial expert has revealed the four different financial personalities – and how you can sort your money out whatever your type. Melissa Browne, from Sydney, said one of the biggest obstacles to getting on top of your money is not knowing what financial bracket you fall into, and identifying and recognising your behaviour patterns … Read more

Councils left with a financial black hole in lost parking charges during pandemic

Councils face ‘economic shock’ after losing MILLIONS of pounds in parking fees and charges during coronavirus, figures show Councils across England are in for an ‘economic shock’ from lost parking income Motorists have been allowed to park for free in town centres during lockdown Authorities are now considering reintroducing charges, though fear it could damage … Read more

Royal Albert Hall will go bust next year without financial help

Royal Albert Hall will go bust by its 150th anniversary next year if it doesn’t receive urgent financial support after losing £12million during lockdown, chief executive warns Craig Hassall said lockdown has cast the cash-strapped Proms venue into crisis  The dormant theatre has burned through £12million since it shuttered in March  Management hit out at … Read more

Former chief exec is arrested over financial scandal in Germany

Former chief exec is arrested over financial scandal dubbed ‘Germany’s Enron’ as payment provider Wirecard admits €1.9billion in its accounts ‘doesn’t exist’ Markus Braun, the former CEO of Wirecard, was arrested in Germany last night Braun resigned on Friday after firm said it could not find the missing €1.9billion Prosecutors claim he artificially inflated the … Read more

Royal palaces face financial ruin after three months with no tourists

Royal palaces plead for help: Treasured sites including Hampton Court and the Tower of London face financial ruin from the loss of £96m after three months with no tourists Historic Royal Palaces has lost 85% of its annual income due to the pandemic   Its chief executive admitted the expected shortfall was a ‘devastating blow’ The … Read more